Treasure Gems, the Annual yearbook of the Amalgamated Printers Association, is a collaborative book project intended to highlight the printing of its members in book form. The project began in 1971 and continues to provide a readily accessible glimpse into the APA over the years.
The goal has long been to have every member contribute each year, but as of yet it has not been realized. If you are an APA Member, have you yet contributed a page for this year’s addition? Participation is optional but does count towards the 4 items per year participation requirement. Page size is standardized at 4.5″ x 6″ but subject matter is left entirely up to the members discretion. All members who contribute a page in a year receive a copy of that year’s edition.
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Treasure Gems Facts in a Nutshell Printed in 1997 by David Greer (APA #397). |
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A Little Bit of Background on our Treasure Gems Annual Printed in 2022 by Rich Hopkins (APA #226) |
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Looking for more about Treasure Gems? Try these links:
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My Treasure Chest This 1945 box of letterpress keepsakes inspired the name of the APA Annual. It was designed and printed by Kurt H. Volk “especially for those who like nice things.” |
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Printing for Treasure Gems March 23, 2011 blog Entry by Carole Mullen (APA#398) |
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The Lyons Color Process, aka Tintography Photo Stream Pages by Bill Greer (APA#363) |
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Remembering the Events of 9/11 Twenty Years Later September 11, 2021 blog Entry by Andy Vanable (APA#693) |
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Working on APA Treasure Gems February 11, 2023 blog Entry by Ted Ollier (APA#963) |
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Treasure Gems Oak Knoll Books has some previous editions available for purchase. |